Timetable
Daily Activities in Pioneer Park
Working Artists 9.30am - 4.00pm
The following artists will be working in the Marquee each day:
9.30am - 11.30am - Working with invited children
1.00pm - 3.00pm - Adult workshops
Artists will be available to share their work with the public between
11.30am - 1.00pm and 3.00pm - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday.
Susie Ruddenklau - Paint and mixed media
Ro Bradshaw - Mixed media using recovered materials
Shona Bain - Craft artist
Maggie Cross - Pastel effects
Andrew Barr - Oamaru stone sculptor
Liz Kempthorne - Painting and drawing
Alan Waters - Watercolour
Mary Monckton - Book binder
Wyn Dryden - Ceramics
Enviro Schools Tent Pioneer Park
Each day the tent is hosted by one of our Enviroschools. The children celebrate their environmental
projects with presentations, demonstrations and interactive activities. Themes such as environmental
art, edible gardens, recycling, germinating kowhai seeds, beautification projects, paper making and
many more. Come and meet the children as they share their achievements. The Department of
Conservation will feature a display about 'Project Gold'. Project Gold is about reinstating local
indigenous species beginning with the Kowhai.
Borrow a Bike
Purple bikes and helmets will be available at a number of locations for you to borrow and return
REAP, Cafe Rossi, Central Stories and New World.
Shaun Burdon $30
Learn how to use the dials and icons and take photos using different settings.
Vyv Weller $15
Learn the art of scrapbooking and photo presentation.
Sat/Sun
Grant Jefcoate $85
Hands on workshop learning how to build a pizza oven.
Nigel Wilson $20
Guidance in planning and completing a landscape using acrylics or oils.
Ruth Arnott $20
Design and print two of your own designs on either a T-shirt or fabric for a skirt or bag.
Sat/Sun
$10 a day.
One to one tuition with Alexandra Spinners & Weavers Club members. Spinning wheels and wool provided.
$5.
Chance to meander, take photos and listen to the history. Car pool from Central Stories.
Community House Project. Community Theatre.
Adults $10 Children $5 or Family $20.
Tickets available at REAP.
Central Stories $12
An innovative documentary. Can you see the forest for the trees and the earth for the dream?
Self drive tour of backyard sheds, $10.
Tickets at Budges.
St Aidans Anglican Church
Environment Trust Chairperson, Grant Norbury will speak during the service about reintroducing the Otago Skink. Morning tea provided.
9 Peterson Place, Alexandra
Celebrate the forming of the Jolendale Trust, have a guided walk through the park and enjoy a BBQ and music.
Molyneux Park
Free for Parent Centre members or $5 for non members, includes entertainment and BBQ.
Central Stories Museum
Enjoy a glass of local wine, canapes and the music of Alexandra group, 'The Junction'. View the art exhibition while you mix with friends. No cost.
RSA Gentleman Singers & Central Singers Accompanied by Les Richardson and Bruce Cassidy, conductor Colin McKay
Tickets $10 available at Budges Pharmacy.
Shaun Burdon $30
Learn how to use the dials and icons and take photos using different settings - for beginners.
Pani Thomas $10
Demonstration, tasting of food and learn about the culture.
Ro Bradshaw $10
Hands on collage using recovered materials.
Susie Ruddenklau $10
Experimenting with paint effects and stenciling.
Gwenyth Wilson $5, all ages.
Scott McDonald $5
Scott from The Fridge will demonstrate filleting, cooking methods, followed by tastings.
$10
Learn how to play rhythms on djembe drums and practise basic techniques, all ages.
Helen Hillis $10
Sample fruit liquers, bubbly, cider, mead, vinegars and garden treats from last seasons harvest.
Shona Bain $10
Skirts, bags, aprons, tool or gardening bag.
$5
The history of Clyde and some of it's old buildings is shared as you walk around this historic gold mining town. Tour taken by Promote Dunstan Members.
Dancing for children at the ASB room, Central Stories with Anna Robinson. $5 per family.
Central Stories, $12
An innovative documentary. Can you see the forest for the trees and the earth for the dream?
Vyv Weller $15
Produce a digital scrapbook on your own laptop.
1.00pm - 2.30pm &
7.00pm - 8.30pm
Marie Gale $10 per workshop
Learn to make recycled paper - frames provided.
3 times available.
Shona Bain $10
Piecing together a quilt top.
Li Yanchen $10
Demonstration, tasting of food and learn about the culture of China.
Ro Bradshaw $10
Shona Bain $10
Free motion stipple quilting.
Maggie Cross $10
Pastel drawing with limited pastel palette.
Helen Hillis $5
Containers and plants provided for children to make their own garden. Pre-school and primary children with parents.
No Cost
Learn some basic Maori language skills, share some kai/food and waiata/songs.
Matt and Anna $10
Join an exhilarating class and learn moves from West African dance with live percussion.
$10
Walk and listen to the stories by historian Lois Galer. Lunch at Ophir Hotel (own cost).
Easy to learn. Register at REAP.
Roxburgh Area School & Dunstan High School yr 9/10 music students celebrate their talents - vocal & instrumental.
$10
It's Thyme to Shake, Rattle and Roll. Enjoy music and dance from the 50s & 60s.
Lead by the CO Rock & Roll Club.
Louise Joyce $50
Design and create your own paving stone using colourful mosaic tiles.
Shona Bain $10
Draft and make your garment.
Noriko Stewart $10
Demonstration, tasting of food and learn about the culture. Dishes served with Miso soup.
Liz Kempthorne $10
Observation techniques to create your own still life drawing.
Carole Gillions $5
Identifing herbs and understanding their properties in relation to skincare.
Carole Gillions $10
Make 2 soaps and a bath bomb, 7-12yrs.
Helen Hillis $2
For school aged children accompanied by an adult. Where to find and identify free food.
Helen Hillis $5
Search for local food growing wild.
Grant Jefcoate $20
Using basic tools you will design and create your own bone carving.
Shona Bain $20
Learn melting techniques and the process of making filled chocolates.
$5
with Lex McLean. Start at the Packing Shed and walk down to the gold tailings and along the river, hearing about various dredges.
The gentle art of Tai Chi for health and well being which improves relaxation, balance, posture and strength. Tutor: Kathy Smith - for all ages.
DHS Yr 9/10 Drama students will perform.
Alexandra Community Hall, Skird Street $5
Mike Vercoe. Did you know 30% of our food depends on pollination by the honey bee? Come and hear our expert panel and learn how we each have a role in saving the bees and our food supply.
Jim Robbie $60
Rejuvenate a piece of furniture with a Provence look using milk paint. Materials supplied.
Jenny Craig $10
Make your own household products which are effective, safer and greener.
Shona Bain $5
Beginners welcome.
Jean Bonsor $10
Demonstration, tasting of food and learn about the culture.
Shona Bain $5
Revamp your tired clothes.
Mary Monckton $10
An introduction to simple book structures.
Shona Bain $5
Age 7 - 12yrs.
Carole Gillions $10
Using beeswax and vegetable wax make two different
hand creams.
Andrew Barr $10
Design and sculpt a small piece.
Easy to learn. Register at REAP.
Local primary schools performing.
Shona Bain.
Janine Boyd $15 Includes materials.
Make three different types of cards.
Pernilla Wast $10
Demonstration, tasting of food and learn about the
culture.
Shona Bain $5
Make a beanie.
Alan Waters $10
'Not what you expect'.
Wyn Dryden $10
$15
Develop a batch of home brew from a kit, watch how
to skin a rabbit and prepare a tasty thyme infused rabbit
stew. Tasting available.
Join the preschoolers in the park for a movement session.
Supported by Alexandra District Parents Centre.
Join the fun as different businesses build their throne or chair from materials from WasteBusters. Turning junk into funk! Register your team at REAP 03 448-6115
Prize giving at the Alexandra library. All welcome to listen to the winners share their poems.
7.00pm - 9.00pm
Children Free, Adults $5
St Gerard's Hall, Tarbert Street. Open to all from children to adults. Learn basic steps as you take part in the dance.
Claire Steven $10
Sing unaccompanied and in parts.
Everyone who wants to sing is welcome.
Case studies and discussion.
Facilitator: Clair Higginson.
Vyv Weller $20
Produce a montage of 20 to 30 photos.
Fred Peyton $10
Seasonal vegetables & growing methods.
Matt Lahood $45
What you need to make a solar dryer
and go through the process of putting one together.
$10
Visit three sustainably built homes which include various design and build features. CODC will accompany the tour. Van leaves from Central Stories at 1.00pm.
$10 Party night.
10 artists will share their work - 6 minutes each. Enjoy local food and wine while meeting friends. Tickets at REAP.
Category winners announced at 2.30pm. Enjoy the performances throughout the day at
four designated areas. Entry forms available at REAP.
Nigel Wilson $65
An opportunity to have your child's portrait painted by a recognised NZ artist. Book at REAP for a sitting
448-6115.
an amazing selection of stalls including crafts, art and produce.
Register a space with Beverley 448-6336.
Involves performances from throughout the Central Otago region. Great prizes! Register with MORE FM.
Community groups, businesses and individuals showcase their sustainable products and services.
Bring your bike decorated 5 - 8yrs. Bike parade and judging. Free.
Winners announced at 2.30pm.
